Award-Winning Mandarin Chinese Tutors serving Oak Park, IL

...addition to college-level statistics), and the SAT. I believe that learning is a great way to improve one's life, both in terms of practical applications and personal enrichment. I hope that, as a tutor, I can help you achieve your learning goals and provide you with the skills to make learning smoother and more enjoyable. Outside of tutoring, I spend my time knitting, reading, exploring the outdoors, and picking up whatever hobbies I can find.

...mind its connection to the other sciences, which can facilitate a better grasp on many chemical concepts. My approach to tutoring is based in the Harkness philosophy of teaching, which gives a great deal of responsibility to the student to figure things out. I will make sessions as interactive as possible, using as many non-academic resources as I can in order to help students think of subjects as life skills rather than material they must...

...founding the World Health Assimilation Through Notre Dame (WHAT ND) club, participating in rare and neglected diseases research, and volunteering in my local communities. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about science (chemistry and biology), math (K-college), and Chinese. I believe that a solid education is an important foundation for an individual's future and the future of humanity. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the piano, cooking, playing...

...the 1973 movie, "The Paper Chase", and the memorable performance by John Houseman, as Professor Kingsfield. I always thought that portrayal, in terms of teaching style, was something I admired, and I used that memory as a guide, as I strived to develop my style. However, where he was strict, I am not. I believe in relaxing some restrictions to meet the needs of my students, so long as I maintain fairness. And, where he...

...the Quest+ Scholars Network, and getting involved with the Society of Women Engineers' outreach committee. I currently hold a work-study position as an administrative clerical aide in the Institute of Sustainability and Energy at Northwestern and was an undergraduate researcher in the John Rogers Lab. As I look forward with aspirations of applying to graduate school, areas of research in biomedical engineering and biotechnology that I am particularly interested in include biomaterials, pharmaceuticals, and drug...

...way I have also benefited from knowing and having been taught by many great teachers. One of the most lasting lessons I have taken away from them is the importance of a good rapport between teacher and student to the learning process. Through establishing a good rapport with my students I strive to get to know them and gain an understanding of their learning strengths and challenges. One of my strengths as a language tutor...

...sense of humor in another language. My teaching philosophy is to create as much student engagement as possible and to constantly improve upon the methods of engagement. When learning Chinese, it is critical for the student to bridge the gap between hearing the language in their head and speaking it out loud. Outside of academia, my interests revolve around making all kinds of things: composing music, cooking Chinese dishes, building sculptures, or anything at all!...

...for several years. In the past I have tutored Chinese students looking to improve their conversational English skills as well as American elementary school students in basic reading and reading comprehension skills. My favorite subject to tutor is reading and writing because I am passionate about sharing the rich heritage and nuances of my native tongue with others. Outside of languages, I enjoy traveling, reading, swimming, dancing and attending plays or concerts. I believe that...

...the potential for any student to achieve an A in every course and in every assignment. More so than a grade, my goal is to help students fall in love with the process of learning. Feedback from successful students has allowed me to recognize how effective the approaches toward tutoring mine have been for all learning types in various academic subjects. While my tutoring students gain much from their experiences from me, I equally gain...

...East Asian Languages and Civilizations. I tutor in Mandarin and a range of other subjects. My learning style is fun, upbeat, humorous, and detailed. As a student, I've taken coursework in public policy, linguistics, literature, film, art history, and languages. I worked as a literacy tutor for 4 years with preschool students. I loved being in the classroom, building a relationship with all of my students based on mutual respect and a love of having...

...in mathematics and the humanities, in particular English and Spanish. Outside of school, I love running, reading, and shamefully binge watching shows sometimes on Netflix. I found my passion for tutoring when I became a tutor at Kumon Math and Reading for three years in high school, teaching students of all ages. I was also a geometry tutor, so I have extensive experience with mathematics. I found both jobs to be extremely rewarding, and I...

...your specific needs and will create materials to supplement the lesson to make it interesting and engaging. I believe in setting goals. And I will teach and help you in achieving these goals to gain confidence and to stay motivated. Most of all I enjoy teaching Chinese. It is a joy to be able to share my love for my language and culture with others. Learning a new language is exciting and challenging. To me...

I am an experienced tutor specializing in english, essay writing, communications and business. After completing the IB program at an international high school, I recently graduated from Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies, Business, and Integrated Marketing Communications. I grew up in a Korean household in China, so I am fluent in Korean and Chinese as well. Feel free to reach out for general inquiries on any classes or essay/writing help...

...ACT), and humanities (history, philosophy, literature, and creative writing) at the high-school and college levels. I am also interested in writing, both academically and creatively, and languages: I am fluent in French and Mandarin Chinese and can read Latin, German, and Greek. In my ideal job I serve as a medium to help people develop their interests and ideas; at the same time, I love having the opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions, brain-storming, and...

I am a professional licensed Chinese language teacher who promotes a culture in language learning. I have taught over 1000 students from all age levels. Making sure learning is engaging and student-oriented proved to better learning outcomes for enrichment or test prep. I believe learning a foreign language is a way to understand its culture and history. I am happy to bring this experience for you.

...SAT and the Math Level 2 SAT subject test. I have since expanded and now also tutor for Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB, and AP Statistics (6th through 12th grade). I am passionate about helping students because I grew up hearing that there were two kinds of people: those who were good at math and those who simply weren't built for it. I don't believe this is true. I think everyone can...

...approach to tutoring. My methodology focuses on identifying each student's unique areas of confusion and tailoring my lessons to address those challenges, ensuring a supportive and effective learning environment. I find joy in making complex concepts accessible, especially in subjects like College Algebra, where I aim to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for mathematics. My experience in both formal and informal settings, including tutoring my younger sister, has reinforced my belief that patience and...

I graduated from Northwestern University with a Master's degree in Civil Engineering. I am a licensed civil engineer who loves basketball, sports, hiking, music and traveling. Also, I am a language lover and willing to work with someone who is into Mandarine. Let's start to learn Mandarin and enjoy your learning journey.

...I plan on attending graduate school and eventually teaching abroad. I have a deep passion for learning and have worked with students from all over the United States and the world. For me, studying has been a source of joy and motivating, something that has given life value even in the most trying times. I hope to increase understanding in students and show them the magic of learning, a magic that builds futures and opportunities.

Master of Financial Mathematics at University of Chicago. GRE Math 169. SAT Math Subject Test 800. 7 years in tutoring and teaching Mathematics, Chinese, Physics, Economics, Accounting and Programming to students from primary, middle, high school, and undergrads.